Calvary Church rolls prompt religious debate in New York
In New York on May 2, debate swirls over Calvary Baptist church removing over 1,000 names as "dead wood." Clergy from Grace Church and others discuss overcapacity, record keeping, and whether paid dues imply living interest. Ministers stress membership management and character over attendance.
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New York
Calvary Baptist Church
Dead Wood
Norries
Kemp
Lst
Slattery
James Palmer
Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church
Calgary
Dr. Palmer
First president of American Bible Society Elias Boudinot
A brief look at Elias Boudinot born May 2 1740 in Philadelphia who helped found the American Bible Society in 1816 and served as its first president. He held roles in Congress mint supervision and education and wrote works including The Star of West.
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American Jet Society
Elias Boudinot
Philadelphia
America
New Jersey
Congress
Burlington
N. J
American Bible Society
Boudinot
West
Israel
Burlington, N. J
Spring Mariages and the Season of Love Delights
The piece argues spring stirs romance for men and women, urging timely courtship and weddings. It cites May moon romance, spring betrothals, and even wedding trips, noting prudence in choosing partners and proposing marriage during the season.
Do Not Approve Of Him Advice Letter on Engagement Strain
A young man writes of a three year romance and an mother in law who dislikes him. The writer seeks guidance on gaining her approval and preserving the engagement. The response commends the reader, urges patience, and advises avoiding confrontation while highlighting the couple’s commitment and future potential.
Woman asks which suitor to choose in letter to editor
A 24 year old woman writes that though engaged to a decent man, she does not love him and prefers another man who is recently widowed and drinking a little. She asks for guidance, and the editor’s reply says she has made up her mind and should choose the new broom.
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E. P
Am I to Choose Love or Deceit in a Distant Letter
A reader writes about a sixteen year old girl torn between two lovers. She is urged to choose one true partner and to tell him plainly in the near future, avoiding two suitors at once.
Miss Libbey Replies to Your Letters Ad
Miss Libbey answers readers in a brief personal notices column. Address Miss Laura Jean Libbey at 916 President Street Brooklyn New York for proper attention and corrections. Personal letters are not included. Use one side of paper only and write with ink.
Question on love arranged marriage within forbidden kinship
A young man and the writer have engaged for three years but fear marriage would be sin due to being related. They seek guidance on whether they can wed in God’s sight, expressing their desire to remain Christians and their love for each other.
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D. N
Debaters End In Wordy Tie Over Woman Suffrage
In a small scene at Benny’s, a mock debate on woman suffrage collapses as Benny and Artie fail to settle the matter. Pop acts as judge, declares the session over, and the two debaters drift away, noting the distraction of a baseball page.
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Artie
Pop
Plezzure
Steve
Votes of Women Endorse Lydia E. Pinkham Quote
A newspaper ad asserts that women vote with their purchases and have shown strong approval for Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound after suffering from women’s ailments. The message frames consumer choice as an effective vote on health. The ad closes with a Spring flowering plants notice from John Reck & Son.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
John Reck & Son
Individuality Is a Hallmark in This Suit
The suit features a spring green broadcloth with a close cutaway front. A flare at the coat is controlled by waist darts, four novelty buttons, and trim with maire silk and soutache braid.
Mrs Vanderbilt 11 Active in Charities at Jericho Home
Mrs. Vanderbilt aged 11 at her Jericho New York country home after an operation leads the Big Sisters movement and other charity groups. She was the widow of Lewis M Rutherford when she married Mr Vanderbilt. His first wife is now widow of O H P Belmoyit.
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William K. Vanderbilt, Sr
Fjericho
N. Y
Big Sisters' Movement
Lewis M. Rutherford
Vanderbilt
O. H. P. Belmoyit
Meat and Economy Sees Buyers Pivot to Cheaper Steaks
The piece recounts shoppers seeking affordable cuts like round and rump as meat prices rise. A marketman notes one woman bought 22 cent round per pound while another paid 35 cent rump, showing budget constraints.
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United States
Home treatment for the mosquito nuisance in urban areas
Advice to prevent mosquitoes by eliminating standing water in yards drains gutters and containers. Use oil to kill larvae in water that cannot be drained and install window screens. Citronella oil may deter bites and nets protect babies. Notes on locomotive orders follow.
Ten Million Silver Says Hawe Delights in a Dell
Poem by Lannie Haynes Martin in April Nautilus evokes happiness beauty plenty and peace as royal figures and fairies among silver rain drops. The speaker seeks quiet to begin art and an honest striving heart symbolized by a smile badge.
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Lannie Haynes Martin
Nautilus
Corner for Cooks and Spring Indulgences
A kitchen column outlines recipes such as Baki Onions with egg filling and Maple Sauce plus Dark Marble Cake and Jumbles. Also includes Prune Custard Pudding, Orem Sauce, French Toast with corn and potatoes, Salmon Balls, and a coffee substitute made from browned wheat molasses flaked with butter. The piece ends with reflections on spring work, fishing, and shifts in school focus away from agriculture.
Home Dressmaking Instructions From The Pictorial Review
Sewing directions describe cuff and sleeve attachments, notch seams, perforations, tucks, yoke assembly, placket, skirt hems, and gathers for a vest style. Instructions target sizes 16 18 and 20 years with lace edging and optional hand embroidery.
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Renta
Prica
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New York Coffee & Sugar Exchange
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Eve
Laura Jean Libby
McClure Newspaper
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Wentworth’s
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Broad ST
Little Benny
Lee Pape
Mrs. Vanderbilt
Meat and Economy
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American Locomotive Co
John Reck
Gary
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